Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
mutica
ID:
276952

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1876

Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 12: t. 1181 (1876)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000276284

Common Names

  • Mutica Pleiocarpa
  • Mutica Spur Flower
  • Mutica's Pleiocarpa

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Synonyms

  • Hunteria pleiocarpa Hallier f. [unknown]
  • Pleiocarpa bakueana A.Chev. [unknown]
  • Pleiocarpa salicifolia Stapf [unknown]
  • Pleiocarpa ternata A.Chev. [unknown]
  • Pleiocarpa tricarpellata Stapf [unknown]

Description

Pleiocarpa mutica (also called 'Mutica Pleiocarpa', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree in the family Sapindaceae. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist, shady habitats. It has ovate to lanceolate leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Pleiocarpa mutica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its wood is used in furniture and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pleiocarpa mutica is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, glossy seed. The seedling is a small, green, upright plant with two lobed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pleiocarpa mutica is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings, which should be taken in the spring or summer. The cuttings should be about 4-6 inches long and should be placed in a moist, well-draining medium such as sand or perlite. Keep the cuttings in a warm, sunny location and water regularly. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into individual containers.

Where to Find Pleiocarpa mutica

Pleiocarpa mutica is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Pleiocarpa mutica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pleiocarpa mutica?

Pleiocarpa mutica

What is the common name of Pleiocarpa mutica?

Mutica Pleiocarpa

What is the natural habitat of Pleiocarpa mutica?

Forests and grasslands

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-158935: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.